Best Interest Assessor

- Suffolk County Council - Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid
- £38,223 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
Are you a qualified Best Interest Assessor looking to join an expanding DoLS (Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards) Team?
It is an exciting time to join the DoLS Team in Suffolk. Following significant investment we are putting into action our DoLS plan. The investment is a key part of the wider exciting transformation programme. Working in Suffolk you will also be part of the new People at the Heart of Care Strategy. People at the Heart of Care sets out our framework of how we work with people to live fulfilling and independent lives.
Working in the DoLS Team you will be part of a dynamic and experienced Safeguarding Service that works with all teams in Adult Social Care across the county.
Your role will be to
- undertake DoLS assessments to a high standard and in line with legislative requirements
- improve outcomes for people
- improve Mental Capacity Act knowledge and practice across Adult Social Care
- uphold people’s Human Rights
- work closely with area colleagues, legal team colleagues and system partners.
Come and join the team and you will benefit from:
- flexible working and hybrid working options (office and home working)
- working in a well-established supportive and highly skilled DoLS Team
- experienced and highly skilled management team
- strong and supportive culture focused on continued professional development
- high degree of autonomy and flexibility in managing your work
- 6 Protect CPD days
- BIA CPD Day once a year
- BIA County Meetings.
You will need
- Best Interest Assessor Qualification
- up to date DBS
- clean driving licence.
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report
For more information
Please contact Suzanne Ladlow for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 07872415014 or emailing suzanne.ladlow@suffolk.gov.uk
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx).
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the ‘Person Profile’ section of the JPP.
- You should use the Supporting Statement template.
- Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.
Please note: Without a supporting statement, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk
Closing date: 11.30pm, 23 May 2024.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
plus more!
If you would like to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Working for Suffolk County Council pages (www.Suffolk.gov.uk/careers).